On The Coast Of Valencia
About the Artwork
Painted during Sorolla's most prolific period, this work emerged from his deep connection to Valencia's fishing communities, which he documented extensively between 1904 and 1910. The artist had recently achieved international acclaim following his 1909 exhibition at the Hispanic Society in New York, and paintings like this Valencia coastal scene demonstrated his unique position bridging Spanish costumbrismo with French Impressionist light theory. Unlike his contemporaries who idealized Mediterranean life, Sorolla presented these fishermen with authentic detail, from the weathered boat hull to the specific rigging of Valencian fishing vessels; the painting reflects his commitment to capturing Spain's maritime culture during a period of rapid modernization that threatened traditional ways of life.
Product Specifications
- Heavyweight Fredrix poly/cotton artist canvas
- Archival HP Latex inks, 100-year colorfastness
- Hand-applied gesso embellishment over the print
- Solid poplar stretcher bars, kiln dried
- Premium resin frame, mitred and joined
- Hanging wire and dust cover fitted before it ships
- Finished size
- 31 x 23 in
- Frame finish
- Gold
- Item
- 160821
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Care & Hanging
Every piece arrives ready to hang: wire hardware pre-installed, kraft paper dust cover, gallery-finished corners.
Hanging: Every piece ships with hanging hardware.
Care: Dust lightly with a soft, dry cloth as needed. Avoid direct sunlight to preserve the colors. Avoid hanging in high-humidity environments (bathrooms with active showers). Our finish is durable but is not waterproof.
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